HB 3521 requires the Department of Revenue to issue free nondriver's licenses to individuals who certify their homelessness and residency status using a department-provided form. These licenses contain standard identification details (name, photo, address) and are valid solely for identification purposes, not driving. The bill specifically waives the standard $6 fee for homeless applicants while maintaining all other license requirements, such as photo verification for non-homeless individuals. This policy directly affects unhoused residents seeking a reliable form of state-issued ID. The law aims to provide accessible identification for a population often excluded from standard licensing processes.
HB 3517 modifies how the state board of mediation is structured and appointed. It requires the governor to appoint five members: two representing employers (or employer associations), two representing employees (from legitimate labor unions), and one neutral chair who is neither an employee nor employer. The bill also specifies staggered appointment terms (one, two, and three years) and mandates that vacancies be filled by a qualified replacement within 30 days. This is a procedural bill focused solely on board composition, not substantive policy changes.
HB 3484 updates laws governing the unauthorized practice of medicine by clarifying the definition of "surgery" to include specific procedures like tissue alterations and certain injections (excluding standard nurse-administered injections). It allows out-of-state physicians to consult with patients via telemedicine when working under a licensed local physician who retains final responsibility for care. The bill also permits licensed out-of-state doctors to provide sports-related medical services to athletes and team staff during travel or events without a local license, but prohibits such services at hospitals or clinics. This directly affects healthcare providers, telemedicine services, and sports teams traveling to the state. The bill is in early stages (introduced February 2026) and does not alter standard medical practice requirements within the state.
HB 3462 requires railroad carriers operating freight trains or light engines to use a minimum of two qualified crew members during movement. This directly affects railroads transporting freight, with exceptions for helper services (assisting trains with mechanical issues), hostler services (moving locomotives within yards), and slow-speed loading/unloading (under 10 mph). Violations carry escalating fines: up to $1,500 for a first offense, $5,000 for a second, and $10,000 for third or subsequent offenses. The law explicitly states it won’t override federal crew rules, and enforcement will be handled by the Missouri Department of Transportation. The bill’s effective date depends on federal court validation of similar national regulations.
HB 3524 designates August 27th each year as "Crystal Lynn Foundation Day" in Missouri. The bill encourages Missouri citizens to participate in educational events and service activities focused on supporting individuals impacted by violence. This is a commemorative resolution with no new programs or funding, solely recognizing the foundation's work through an annual designated day.
HB 3516 designates a specific segment of Street/State Highway 17 in Texas County as the "Emmett Kelly Sr Memorial Highway." This procedural bill names a public road for commemorative purposes, directly affecting the area's highway signage. The Texas Department of Transportation would install and maintain signs for this designation, with all costs covered by private donations. No new laws or policy changes are created; the bill solely honors Emmett Kelly Sr. through highway naming.
HB 3453 clarifies who serves as the county budget officer in certain counties based on their classification and population size. It specifies that in first-class counties with fewer than 100,000 residents (per the 1970 U.S. Census), the county auditor must be the chief budget officer, while other county types have designated officers (e.g., presiding commissioner in second-class counties or county clerk in third/fourth-class counties). The bill directly affects county commissions in these jurisdictions by defining their budget officer roles. This is a procedural change to administrative structure, not a new policy.
HB 3520 requires the Department of Revenue to provide every resident with one free original nondriver's license and one free renewal or replacement nondriver's license every two years. This eliminates all fees for these identification cards, which are used for official identification but not for driving. The bill directly affects all individuals who obtain a nondriver's license, ensuring no cost for initial issuance or replacements within the two-year cycle. It mandates that the state cover all administrative and processing fees for these licenses, making them fully free for residents.
HJR 198 proposes a constitutional amendment in Missouri that would prevent the state legislature (General Assembly) from amending or repealing any initiative measure approved by voters through a simple majority vote. This would require any change to such voter-approved initiatives to be put to another statewide referendum vote. The amendment would apply specifically to initiatives passed directly by voters, not to other legislative acts. It does not change current rules for how initiatives are created or how referendums work for other laws.
HJR 184 proposes a constitutional amendment to Missouri's Article I, prohibiting state and local government agencies from discriminating against individuals based on race. This amendment would require voter approval in a future election (no later than November 2026) before taking effect. If adopted, it would give the Missouri legislature the authority to create laws enforcing this anti-discrimination provision. The bill directly affects all state agencies, programs, and policies subject to constitutional review, ensuring racial discrimination is barred in government actions.
HB 3458 establishes an "Interstate Massage Compact" to allow licensed massage therapists to practice across participating states using a single license. Therapists would need to pass a nationally recognized exam (like the Massage and Bodywork Licensure Examination) and undergo background checks, with states sharing disciplinary records through a new Interstate Commission. The compact aims to increase therapist mobility, improve public safety through shared enforcement data, and support military families relocating between states. States retain full authority to regulate massage therapy within their borders under this agreement.
HB 3513 establishes specific fees for Missouri motor vehicle services, including $9 for annual vehicle registration and $9 for nondriver licenses or instruction permits. It requires competitive bidding for fee office contracts, prioritizing nonprofits that reinvest 75% of net proceeds into charitable causes and prohibiting contracts with entities affiliated with current or former revenue department employees. The bill exempts homeless youth (as defined in state law) from paying these fees, requiring verification by school officials, homeless services agencies, or licensed attorneys. This directly affects motor vehicle service providers, license applicants, and homeless youth who qualify for the fee exemption.
